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Patent GB-190103290-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Indicator Latch or Fastening for Closet Doors and other similar Purposes.
Inventor: HARCOURT CHARLES JAMES
Filed: 1901-02-15
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 3290. Harcourt, C. J. Feb. 15. Indicators, " en- "gaged" and like.- Relates to an indicator latch or fastening for closet doors &c. An indicator disc B is mounted upon a square spindle E behind a casing A provided with a suitable slot and fixed to the door. The spindle takes into a bush or sleeve H, which fits against a disc F working on a rabbet in the casing, and passes into a hole in the door. A spring S has one end fixed to the spindle and the other end to the casing, and serves also to press the indicator disc against the face of the casing. The sleave H also receives a square spindle L to which a latch K on the inside of the door is secured. A plate J, provided with stops and attached to the door, comes between the latch and a washer on the spindle to secure the latch in position. By this arrangement of sleeve and spindles, the device may be applied to doors of various thickness. The latch is turned down into engagement with a socket p<2> attached to the door frame, when the door is to be fastened, and is retained in position by a hinged lever or gravity catch &c. P, which rests on the edge of the latch. When the latch is in the locked position, the indicator registers "engaged" through the slot in the casing A. When the catch P is lifted, the latch is returned to the inoperative position by the action of the spring S and the " vacant sign is shown by the indicator. An aperture d' extends through the catch plate so that the catch P can be operated from outside by means of a key &c. In a modification suitable for a door in which the frame projects beyond the inner edge of the door, the catch P is secured to the door and is provided with an extension for operating the same by pressure. In place of or in addition to the socket p<2>, a staple or striking plate is fixed to the door frame.
Patent GB-190106479-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Combination Instrument for Taking Bevels, Measuring Angles, and like Purposes.
Inventor: ROBB JOHN
Filed: 1901-03-28
Granted: 1902-03-27
Abstract: 6479. Robb, J. March 28. Drawings to Specification. Levels.-The rounded end of a level is fitted with two blades secured by wing-nuts on the sides of the level so that they can be completely rotated. The instrument may be marked with linear and angular scales. The spirit level proper may be adjusted by screws.
Patent GB-190114131-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Braces or Suspenders
Inventor: HILL ABNER
Filed: 1901-07-11
Granted: 1901-10-05
Abstract: 14,131. Hill, A., and Robinson, G. F. July 11. Braces.-The shoulder straps a, a<1>, Fig. 1, have a V-shaped piece cut out of them, and the cut ends are placed together and stitched to a cross connecting-strap b. The front ends of the straps a, a' are provided with loops c, through each of which is passed a doubled strap e, which is adjusted in length by a buckle r and has at its lower end a fastening consisting of two hooks d<1>, d<2>, shown in side view in Fig. 3, one of which is pivoted on the other at d<3>, and, when turned into the same line, grasp between them a loop k, Fig. 4, on a band k<1> which is attached to the trousers at the sides under the arms. Similar fastenings attached to the rear end of the straps a, a<1> are engaged with the same loops. The loops k may be made of wire. A loose strap f is passed under cross-straps t and carries at its front ends loops j through which the straps e are passed. At its rear end it carries a strap l to which is attached tabs m which are engaged with the rear buttons of the trousers. These tabs are formed of a strap m folded over and connected with a metal hook q, as shown in side view in Fig. 2. The tabs m may be replaced by the fastenings d<1>, d<2>.
Patent GB-190114599-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Lamps for Cabs and other Vehicles
Inventor: WHITEHOUSE SAMUEL GROVES
Filed: 1901-07-17
Granted: 1901-09-14
Abstract: 14,599. Whitehouse, S. G. July 17. Carriage &c. lamps.-In cab and vehicular lamps, the cost of repairs is minimized by glazing the front and sides with small plates a<1>, a<2>, and the cleaning of the lamp is facilitated by providing the upper and lower edges of the front a and the back d with ribs e, which slide in cylindrical sockets f upon the lamp body. The ends of the ribs e may be utilized to fasten the back and front of the lamp, and air may be supplied to the flame through perforations f <1> in the socket f. The lamp c is provided with the usual depending socket k, but the handle or stem h is formed integrally with the bracket i, and is secured to the socket k by a key l. The inner end of the arm i terminates in a piece i<1>, which dovetails into a socket j<1> on a holder attached to the vehicle.
Patent GB-190116490-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brakes for Railway Wagons, Trucks or the like.
Inventor: FROGGATT BENJAMIN
Filed: 1901-08-16
Granted: 1902-07-17
Abstract: 16,490. Froggatt, B., Cook, W., and Bayley, T. Aug. 16. Brakes, hand. Relates to improvements in either-side brakes such as are described in Specification No 13,327, A.D. 1900. The shaft F, which is connected to the brake blocks by a tumbler lever and push-rods, has an arm E linked to the extension A' of the brake lever A by the slotted lever D. The brakes are applied by depressing the brake lever, and are held " on " by the pivoted catch G, which engages a tooth in the rack E<1> formed at the free end of the arm E. On lifting the lever A, there is lost motion between the arm E and the lever D, which descends, and an incline D<2> on it engages a corresponding incline on the catch G, which is tripped, allowing the brakes to be taken off. The brakes are held off by the pivoted catch plate H, which may be modified as shown in Fig. 5 and is adapted to engage the stud A<2> on the brake lever. A second lever may be fitted to the cross-shaft B, or it may be fitted in the position shown in dotted lines in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-190116919-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Recovery of Volatile Solvents used in the Treatment of Textile Fabrics and Apparatus therefor.
Filed: 1901-08-23
Granted: 1902-06-19
Abstract: 16,919. Weber, C. O., and Isidor Trankenburg, Ltd. Aug. 23. Drawings to Specification. Coated fabrics; waterproof fabrics.-Machines for the manufacture of waterproof fabrics have combined with them a special apparatus for recovering the solvent used in the process of manufacture. The solvents are vaporized by heat applied to the fabric, and the rising vapours, undiluted with air, come into contact with a condensing- surface.
Patent GB-190120719-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means of and Apparatus for Operating the Brakes of Cycles and other Vehicles
Inventor: CROWTHER HENRY WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-10-16
Granted: 1902-06-19
Abstract: 20,719. Crowther, H. W., and Rigby, E. J. Oct. 16. Brakes; handles. -Relates to apparatus for actuating brakes having Bowden or other flexible connections. In the form shown in Fig. 1, a sleeve 3<A> serving as the handle is secured on the squared end 3 of a sleeve 4 which is mounted in screw threads of fine pitch within a sleeve 2 secured in the handle-bar by studs 2<A>. The inner wire 13 of the Bowden mechanism is secured to the squared end 8 of a plug 7 mounted in screw threads of coarse pitch within the sleeve 4, so that, on rotating the handle in the direction shown by the arrow, the brake is applied by the differential action of the screw threads. The outer member of the Bowden mechanism abuts against a plug 13<A>, screwed in a collar 9<111> bolted to the sleeve 2. The plug 7 is prevented from rotating by a sleeve 9 mounted on the end 8 and formed with lugs which engage in sockets in the sleeve 2. Fig. 2 shows a modification, in which a spring intended to relieve the strain on the hand is secured between a milled nut 16, mounted on a reduced screwed portion of the sleeve 2, and a cross-pin 12 secured to the plug 7 and sliding in slots 15 in the sleeve 2.
Patent GB-190122148-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Eyelets.
Inventor: ENGELS JOHANN CASPAR
Filed: 1901-11-02
Granted: 1902-10-30
Abstract: 22,148. Engels, J. C. Nov. 2. Eyelets.-Metal eyelets to be covered with celluloid or like material, are formed with the usual corrugated flange 1, and the edge of the flange is turned downwards all round, particularly a the points 3. The flange may be scalloped, notched, or waved, but is preferably of circular outline.
Patent GB-190202139-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving or Transmission Gear Chiefly Designed for Use upon Motor Cars
Filed: 1902-01-27
Granted: 1902-12-24
Abstract: 2139. Pick Motor Co., and Pick, J. H. Jan. 27. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to variable-speed and reversing driving or transmission gear, chiefly designed for use on motor cars. On the countershaft c are loosely mounted a toothed pinion g and a chain pinion h, the former gearing with a toothed wheel d on the axle a which is to be driven, and the latter being connected by a chain to the chain wheel e. Either of the pinions g, h can be locked to the shaft c by a sliding clutch. The two wheels d, e are preferably mounted on the drum of the differential or compensating mechanism. The countershaft c, in the example shown, is driven from the motor shaft k by means of variable-speed belt gearing with fast and loose pulleys.
Patent GB-190210077-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Centrifugal Pumps.
Inventor: MCRAE JOHN DUNCAN
Filed: 1902-05-01
Granted: 1903-04-30
Abstract: 10,077. McRae, J. D. May 1. Centrifugal pumps.-The pump has two suction inlets k, 3. The inlet 3 communicates through the hollow shaft g with radial tubes i connected to the vanes of the runner, while the inlet k leads in the usual way direct into the casing. The tubes i may be of the same diameter throughout, or may, as shown, have a narrowed, double-tapered part i<11> at their inner end. These parts i<11> may be separate and be held in place between the shaft g and the inner ends of the tubes i which screw into the hub f. The outer ends of the tubes i may project beyond the vanes and be flush therewith, and they may be cut off concentric with the shaft or otherwise. The hollow shaft g runs in a stuffing-box bearing, the gland h<4> of which is tightened by a screw h<7> and prevented from rotation by a stud h<6>, and communicates with the inlet 3 by an opening h<9>. The casing consists of the parts j<1>, j<2>secured to a ring j. In a modification, the second suction inlet is connected to a T-connection between the head j<1> and the inlet 3.
Patent GB-190214170-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Internally Heated Duplex Gas Irons for Laundry Purposes and the like
Inventor: BLAKEY JAMES WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-06-23
Granted: 1903-06-11
Abstract: 14,170. Blakey, J. W. June 23. Goffering and crimping, irons for. Relates to gas-irons, and consists in making the gas-supply pipe 20, Fig. 1, with a swivel connection 18, and in making the body 2, Figs. 1 and 2, of the iron with two ironing-surfaces 3, 4, one of which may be corrugated or ribbed. The iron is held in the position shown by the movable arm 13, which is jammed between the upright 10 and the body 2 of the iron. To turn the iron round, the arm 13 is raised, allowing the upright 10 to move forwards and the slotted end 17 of the upright 15 to become disengaged from the iron, which is then turned round on the axis 8 provided with an enlarged end, and is again held in place in the manner shown in Fig. 1. The piece 14, which is attached at its upper end to the upright 10, bears along its lower edge on the iron and aids in keeping it in place. A perforated plate 7 deflects the heat towards the ironing-surface in use. 21 is a shield for the hand. The Provisional Specification states that one of the faces may be grooved lengthwise, and be used in combination with a grooved plate for goffering or crimping purposes.
Patent GB-190216307-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pocket or Belt Suspending Grip for Umbrellas, Walking Sticks and the like.
Inventor: CURRIE EDWARD
Filed: 1902-07-22
Granted: 1902-09-11
Abstract: 16,307. Currie, E. July 22. Attaching articles to wearing-apparel.-An appliance for suspending umbrellas, walking-sticks, and the like from a belt or pocket consists of a spring clip B adapted to grip the stick and having a hook part b<1> adapted to engage it on a belt or with the edge of a pocket, or with a loop attached to a garment. Figs. 3 and 4 show two forms with clips of somewhat different shape from each other.
Patent GB-190217740-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Metallic Sleepers or Ties and in Rail Fastenings therefor.
Inventor: NEWBURG JOHN ISRAEL
Filed: 1902-08-12
Granted: 1902-12-18
Abstract: 17,740. Newburg, J. I. Aug. 12. Sleepers; rails, securing to sleepers; gauge, adjusting.-The sleepers are bent from sheet metal into the section shown, with a central #-part a and two side troughs b. At the ends, the sides e are bent over on to the centre. Openings are made at f, h or at f for the ends k, i of the rail holder C, to wbich is bolted the clamp D' or brace D. The nut E is locked by a pin F. At curves, the gauge is widened by using holders with stepped ends i<3>, j<3>. Rail joints are made on the sleeper by using two holders C passed through the holes f<1>, and the fishplates may have lugs a<7> which bear against the sleeper to prevent creep.
Patent GB-190300371-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Fulling or Milling and Dyeing and Scouring of Woollen Fabrics
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1903-01-06
Granted: 1903-02-26
Abstract: 371. Haddan, K. J., [Elosegui, A.]. Jan 6. Dyeing.-Woollen fabrics are dyed and milled or fulled simultaneously, either in a fulling-trough or in apparatus usually employed for dyeing but adapted to fulling. The scouring may also be effected at the same time.
Patent GB-190304476-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Candle Holders.
Inventor: AUSTIN THOMAS
Filed: 1903-02-25
Granted: 1904-02-25
Abstract: 4476. Austin, T. Feb. 25. Ca n d l e holders.- The device consists of a socket to fit temporarily or permanently into the stem of a candlestick. To the top of the socket is attached a platform, from which a tongue-shaped piece is cut away, forming a slot d, Fig. 3. The groove tapers towards the centre, and has a projecting point g at the end. A small piece of metal is placed directly under the groove, on which the candle rests. The candle is forced into the groove, being gripped by the bevelled edges of the groove and the point g. A small stud f may be attached to the centre of the supporting-piece to give additional security. The lower part of the socket may be replaced by a plug of cork, wood, or the like, which fits into the stem. In another form, a conical or tubular ring is attached to the floor a of the socket, and three or more spring tongues e, Fig. 4, are stamped, so as to press outwards against the stem. The holder may also be secured by a spring of the form shown at c, Fig. 1, obtained by bending a flat strip of steel or other material..
Patent GB-190306015-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and applicable to Carding Engines.
Filed: 1903-03-16
Granted: 1904-02-04
Abstract: 6015. Marsden, T. R., and Platt Bros. & Co. March 16. Carding-engines.-Consists in means for controlling the door a giving access to the main cylinder a<2> for stripping and grinding purposes, the object being to prevent the door from being accidentally left open or hooked back while the machine is running. The door a, hinged at a', is held open by a hooked lever b connected by a rod d to the lever e controlled by the side shaft B. When the shaft B is in the position shown in full lines in Fig. 4, the rod d cannot be raised, so that the hook b cannot be lifted into position for use. To free the hook, the shaft must be pulled out to the position shown in dotted lines, thus disconnecting the gearing B', Fig. 1. The shaft cannot be pushed back to start the machine until the hook has been lowered again. The hook may hold the door closed, or the door may be opened and closed at any time ; in every case, however, the door can be hooked back only under the conditions above mentioned.
Patent GB-190308215-A (GB)
Title: Improved Take-up Motion for Looms for Weaving, adapted more especially for Carpet or other Heavy or Broad Looms.
Inventor: HOLLINGWORTH EDWARD
Filed: 1903-04-09
Granted: 1904-03-17
Abstract: 8215. Hollingworth, E. April 9. Loom take-up motions.-On one end of the take-up beam of a carpet or like heavy or broad loom is secured an internally - toothed wheel b with a long boss b<1>, upon which an eccentric c is loosely mounted. The eccentric c is rotated by means of a ratchet-wheel e, which is secured to the eccentric, and is actuated by a pawl h<11> on a lever h, vibrated by connection with some moving part of the loom. A pinion d is loosely mounted o the eccentric c, and is moved thereby, always engaging at one part with the teeth of the wheel b. The pinion d is prevented from rotating by a lever f secured to it, and having a fixed stud g extending through a slot f<1> in its outer end, so that, in making a complete circular movement on the eccentric, the pinion advances the wheel b one, two, or more teeth, according to the difference of the number of teeth on the wheel and pinion. No detent is required for the ratchetwheel, but one may be used if the parts wear. The ratchet-wheel may be provided with openings for the end of a bar, by which it may be turned backwards or forwards by hand. In place of the ratchet-wheel and pawl, chain or other gearing may be used. In a lighter form, the take-up motion may be applied to other looms.
Patent GB-190311526-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Manufacture of Vinegar
Inventor: DOUGLAS ROBERT
Filed: 1903-05-20
Granted: 1903-09-03
Abstract: 11,526. Douglas, R. May 20, A.D. 1902, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Vinegar.-Fig. 1 shows an elevation and Fig. 2 a plan of apparatus for making vinegar ; Figs. 3 and 5 show details. The liquid, poured upon the perforated top a<1> of the tank a, passes through a series of bundles b of fibrous material, such as shredded rattan, excelsior, &c., loosely bound together and supported on posts c, Figs. 1, 2, and 5, provided with projections e<1> and holes c<2>. Large tanks are divided by wooden gratings d, Figs. 1 and 3. Air is admitted through the openings f.
Patent GB-190311807-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pumps.
Inventor: MILNE CHARLES WILLIAMSON
Filed: 1903-05-23
Granted: 1904-03-31
Abstract: 11,807. Milne, C. W., and Haste, F. C. May 23. Pump buckets.-Consists in forming the bucket valve and its seating so that they do not impede the flow of the liquid. Fig. 1 shows a sectional elevation of the pump, in which b indicates the bucket, e the valve, c the pump rod, and k a delivery valve of the type described in Specification No. 23,306, A.D. 1900. The valve e and seating g are practically as described in the abovementioned Specification, being formed with smooth easy curves. The bucket b is fixed to the rod c by the spider frame d. The valve e is provided with a removable seat ring h of rubber, or other material, of corresponding contour to the seating g. The pin f limits the upward movement of the valve along the pump rod. Fig. 2 shows a modification in which the bucket is made in two parts b, b<1>, the latter part forming the seating for the valve. The spider frame d is placed above the valve, which works on the rod c. The pump is stated to be particularly applicable for marine circulating-systems and for short lifts of fluid.
Patent GB-190312581-A (GB)
Title: Knobs for the Sticks of Umbrellas & the like
Inventor: RUHMANN STEFAN
Filed: 1903-06-03
Granted: 1904-06-03
Abstract: 12,581. Ruhmann, S. June 3. Handles.-A knob b for an umbrella, parasol, walking-stick, is constructed so that it can be used as a receptacle for a watch, picture, or other object, and, independently from the stick, as a medallion or other purpose. It consists of a metal or other frame 1, having a false bottom 9, which forms a frame for the picture or watch 2 . The upper edge of the casing is bent outwardly, and closed by a revoluble, but non-removable, cover 4 having a central opening 8, which can be glazed. Segment-shaped bent strips 5 are pivoted, as at 6, to the underside of the cover 4, each of their free ends having a downwardly-projecting pin 7, which engages with a radial slot 3 in the false bottom 9. These strips normally close the opening 8, but when the cover 4 is rotated, the pivoted ends of the strips move with the cover while the other ends remain fixed, until they lie parallel to the periphery of the opening 8, when the picture &c. 2 is visible. The Provisional Specification also states that a lever arm, fixed to the outer edge of the frame 1, is automatically raised or lowered when the cover 4 is rotated, the end of the lever being bent so that it covers the centre of the cover 4 when the opening 8 is closed. This end of the lever may be studded with precious stones or otherwise ornamented.
Patent GB-190315032-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Steel
Inventor: SPENCER JOHN WATSON
Filed: 1903-07-07
Granted: 1904-05-12
Abstract: 15,032. Spencer, J. W. July 7. Silicon steel.-Mild or medium-hard steels, with 0À05 to 0À25 per cent. of carbon, are made to contain 0À75 to 2À0 per cent. of silicon. The crucible, open-hearth, or Bessemer process may be used, and silicon or silicon alloy is added in the furnace or in the ladle. Manganese may or may not be added. The steel is used for plates, bars, forgings, &c.
Patent GB-190315775-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Miners Lamps.
Inventor: COUPER HADEN RICHARDSON
Filed: 1903-07-16
Granted: 1904-05-26
Abstract: 15,775. Couper, H. R. July 16. Miners' and like safety lamps.- A miners' lamp having an oil reservoir, glass cylinder, gauze and metal chimney is provided with an electromagnetic locking-device and a means by which the lamp may be lighted without being opened. The locking-device is shown in Fig. 2. A ring a, by means of which the top of the lamp is screwed to the oil vessel, is provided with a block b, through the centre of which is a hole c, which is continued at c<1> into the screw thread on the oil vessel d. The lamp is locked by a grooved plug k, which passes into the hole c', and is kept in position by spring pins g, working in transverse holes e in the block b. The ends of the holes e are covered by iron plates f, which are brazed on to the block b. The lamp is opened by being placed in a horizontal position with the block b between the poles of an electromagnet, when the pins g are withdrawn from the groove l in the plug k, allowing it to fall out. The igniting-device is shown in Fig. 3. On the top of the oil vessel is placed a metallic case m, through which the burner n passes. This case contains a roll of paper ribbon o treated so as to be non-inflammable in the presence of a small flame and on the surface of which are spots v of explosive material. This paper is carried on an axis o<1>, passed in front of an abutment q and is finally wound on a small drum r carried by a shaft or spindle s operated by a stud t below the oil vessel. In front of the abutment q is a spring scratcher u, which ignites the inflammable spots v as the paper is fed along, and ignites the wick. The case m is fitted with a deflector p, to direct the ignition flame on to the wick. The shaft s is provided with a ratchet permitting it to rotate in one direction only, and is so made that the case m may be removed after the lamp has been opened without dislocating the spindle s. The scratcher u is preferably mounted so as to be adjustable. The Provisional Specification also states that benzolene or other illuminant, absorbed by cottonwool, may be used. The wick passes into a perforated circular chamber, which is surrounded by the saturated cottonwool. A wick-raising device is also described. A screwed spindle passes through the bottom of the lamp and up the central perforated chamber, which contains a suitable sliding wick-tube. The screwed spindle passes through an arm attached to this tube, which may be thus raised or lowered by rotating the spindle.